Ian Garland

Ian Garland

Ian Garland is a distinguished author and cybersecurity expert, boasting over six years of dedicated service as a writer and editor for Comparitech.com. His expertise primarily focuses on privacy, VPN testing and evaluation, and exploring the unique online challenges faced by internet users around the world. His work offers insightful analysis into both emerging and established VPN services, underlining his deep understanding of the digital security landscape.

Holding a first-class Bachelor's degree in Computing from the University of the Highlands and Islands, Ian has established himself as a prominent voice in the field of online security. His insights and analyses have been featured across prestigious platforms including The Gazette, the RSA Cybersecurity Conference blog, RTInsights, Circuit Magazine, and Security Boulevard. His work goes beyond mere reporting, delving into critical examinations of the ever-evolving cyber world.

Outside his professional life, Ian maintains a keen interest in the streaming universe, particularly keeping abreast of the latest developments in the Kodi community. His passion for technology extends into personal projects, where he hones his coding skills. A lover of science fiction, Ian often immerses himself in sci-fi literature, reflecting his fascination with the future and the unknown realms of the digital universe.

Articles by Ian

Sick of having your music interrupted by ads? You’re not alone! Below, we’ll reveal how to block Spotify ads on your PC, phone, or tablet. 
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on October 16, 2023
Trying to decide between Incogni and DeleteMe? We tested both of these personal data-removal services to find out which does the best job of removing your data from data brokers.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on October 11, 2023
Removing your details from people search services is a great way to improve your privacy. We explain what LexisNexis is and how to opt out of LexisNexis in just a few minutes. 
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on November 17, 2023
Looking to take control of your digital privacy? Today, we’ll reveal how to opt out of CoreLogic and prevent the company from selling or sharing your personal information. 
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on November 16, 2023
Want to reduce your digital footprint? Removing yourself from people search sites is a great start. Below, we’ll explain how to opt out of Private Eye and ensure your profile never comes back. 
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on October 6, 2023
People search sites like SpyFly are a huge privacy risk. Today, we’ll explain how to opt out, delete your SpyFly profile, and take back control of your personal information. 
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on December 1, 2023
Frasier is coming back, and you can watch every new episode online! Below, we explain when they’ll air and how to stream Frasier from anywhere in the world. 
By Ian Garland in TV Streaming on September 18, 2024
Looking to share information without it leading back to you? We’ll explain how to send an anonymous email and reveal a few alternative options for privacy-conscious journalists and activists. 
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on October 2, 2023
Plenty of VPNs claim to be privacy-conscious but that’s not always true. We dug deep into NordVPN’s encryption, audits, logging policy, and security features to see how safe it really is.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on October 2, 2023
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